Vet Assistant - Part-Time, 401(k) Match & Pet Discount

Fallston Veterinary clinic; Lynchs Corner (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with match

Employee referral bonus

Uniform allowance

Monthly team lunches

Job summary

Fallston Vet Clinic in Maryland is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff. The role involves assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean examination rooms and records.

The position offers benefits such as pet discounts, retirement matching, referral bonuses, uniform allowances, and monthly team lunches. Expect a 20-hour workweek on a steady schedule, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Skills

Animal handling

Disinfection protocols

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment

Physical fitness

Job description

Fallston Vet Clinic in Maryland is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff. The role involves assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean examination rooms and records.

The position offers benefits such as pet discounts, retirement matching, referral bonuses, uniform allowances, and monthly team lunches. Expect a 20-hour workweek on a steady schedule, with competitive hourly pay.